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The SPARK Ohio kindergarten readiness program, evaluated by ÂÜÀòÉç State’s Dr. Deric R. Kenne, was featured in an ideastream story highlighting its success in preparing children from high-poverty areas for school. With a focus on home visits and parent engagement, SPARK has significantly improved early literacy and math skills, helping children outperform their peers in readiness assessments. The program now serves over 2,000 kids across Ohio.
The Center has released a new shared services toolkit to assist Ohio’s local health departments in exploring collaborative approaches to improve operations. Part of Ohio State's accreditation assistance project, the toolkit highlights successful case studies, including partnerships between Darke and Preble counties, Lake and Trumbull counties, and the Local Public Health Services Collaborative.
Learn how local health departments in Ohio are collaborating to improve public health services. This webinar explores the benefits and challenges of shared services, featuring insights from public health officials and recent work by Ohio State’s Center for Public Health Practice. Watch the recorded session to discover strategies for successful partnerships.
The Center, in collaboration with Ohio State's Center for Public Health Practice, has released two key resources aimed at enhancing collaboration among local health departments. These include a comprehensive bibliography on shared services and consolidations, along with a report summarizing findings from an environmental scan of relevant practices in Ohio and beyond.
This past week, the Center partnered with the Ohio Municipal Clerks Association to host a training session for municipal clerks across Ohio on managing public records related to social media. Led by experts Pari Swift and Darren Shulman, the session provided valuable insights for clerks earning certification points through the International Institute of Municipal Clerk's program. There are more programs available. See dates here.
See Chelsea Kennedy and Jessica Mulvany’s presentation focusing on the need for more mental health resources on campus, and Geethika Kodukula and James Cairns’ presentation highlighting the outcomes of sexual violence and health concerns for university students.
Are you passionate about improving mental wellness on campus? The Center for Public Policy and Health is now accepting Flash Up proposals, inviting creative ideas for events that will engage college students and boost their mental well-being. Submit your proposal by August 13, 2018, for a chance to win a $100 gift card and bring your vision to life!
ÂÜÀòÉç’s new Talk On initiative is breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness by encouraging students, faculty, and staff to share their personal stories through art, poetry, and more. Funded by the Seeds of Wellness mini-grant program, the platform aims to foster connection, inspire hope, and show that recovery is possible. Join the conversation and help others feel less alone.
ÂÜÀòÉç State Wellness and the Center for Public Policy and Health invite you to a free screening of The Valley, followed by a discussion on mental health and family dynamics. The film tells the powerful story of Neal Kumar, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur whose seemingly perfect life is shattered by the tragic suicide of his daughter. Join us on April 9th at 6:00 PM in the Student Center Kiva—registration is required.
Dr. Kenne was the featured speaker at the Brain Health Summit, where he discussed how lifestyle changes such as movement, nutrition, and stress reduction can improve brain health. The event, sponsored by ÂÜÀòÉç State of Wellness and the Brain Health Research Institute, highlighted strategies for enhancing cognitive function. View Dr. Kenne’s presentation and others from the summit here.